From the Greek astron “star” and lambanein “to take,” the astrolabe is an ancient astronomical instrument used…
Category: Civilization
Part of the Atassi Foundation “Syria: Into the Light” exhibition Program, Art Dubai Modern Symposium
“Our responsibility, I believe, is to think and correct the messages which are being sent…
“There were so many contributions over a millennium that it’s impossible to pick just a few.”
“At various times in world history, the locus of knowledge has moved from one centre…
Nazia records a Na’at in praise of the holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon HIm & His Family). Na’at, in Muslim tradition, is a way of giving tribute, a way of showing love and respect of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and recited to pay homage to the greatness, and humbleness of him.
“The Madrasa in Iran and Baghdad under the Saljuqs”
The Pamiri people of Afghanistan and Tajikistan are among the most isolated communities in the…
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This study is a brief ethnography of sacred sites venerated (mazur tawuf chaig in the local vernacular) by the small Shi’i Ismaili community of Tashkurgan, in Xinjiang in the People’s Republic of China
Tuesday, February 21, 8:15 pm Discover the contributions the Fatimids made to the architectural history…
The future of Gujarati language in Pakistan The Gujarati language is facing an uncertain future…
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